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09/09/2021 6:50 pm
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What is the role of saliva in the digestion of food?
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09/09/2021 6:53 pm
Saliva is secreted by the salivary glands present in the cavity of mouth for:
- Moistening and softening of food for easy crushing by the teeth.
- The action of enzyme salivary amylase which converts starch into maltose.
- Converting the food into slippery bolus for easy swallowing.